Job Title
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Head of Design Technology and Food and Nutrition
Area
Waltham Forest, East London
Start Date
September 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Salary
MPS/UPS plus TLR 2c (Outer London)
Working hours
Full Time
Brief Description
An exciting opportunity for an experienced teacher to lead a creative department, drive high quality curriculum delivery and support students in developing technical, practical and problem solving skills.
About the School
A mixed secondary setting with a broad curriculum, strong values and a focus on academic progress, personal development and high expectations for all learners.
About the Role
A full time leadership position managing design technology and food and nutrition, guiding curriculum development, supporting high quality teaching and overseeing departmental improvement.
We’re looking for a dedicated candidate to:
- Lead the department and support staff development
- Drive curriculum quality across DT and food and nutrition
- Promote high standards of teaching, learning and achievement
Requirements
The ideal candidate would have:
- Strong subject knowledge across DT and food and nutrition
- Leadership experience or readiness to step into leadership
- The ability to inspire and motivate both staff and students
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. xwzovoh Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
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